Celebrating many years of love between our married residents Many of our residents have come to live in our care community after years of marriage. Together, couples have lived rich, full lives. They have raised children, played with grandchildren, worked in careers, and kept houses in order. Now, in the sunset years of their lives, […]
Being a grandparent is one of the greatest things in the world. Grandchildren look up to you and want to spend quality time with you. But sometimes it can be hard to come up with activities for you both to do together, especially something that builds a relationship while you have fun. We have some […]
The decision to go to assisted living varies for each individual. There are many factors that play into knowing whether or not it is time to go, or put our loved ones in skilled nursing facilities. However, once decided that moving to a community is the best decision, there’s a lot of preparing that needs […]
The Benefits of Creativity for Seniors People are living longer and embracing new activities well into their older years. Living longer begs the question, what can be done to age well? There’s more to it than staying physically active, regular check-ups, and eating the right food. More and more seniors are finding a new hobby or pursuing […]
Downsizing Tips For Seniors Selling your home and moving can be overwhelming for anyone, but it can be more of a challenge for an older adult. When you’re moving from the family home to a new smaller residence, sorting through years of accumulated possessions can be tough. However, with the right plan, it is possible to […]
When your grandchildren were toddlers, they lit up your world. When they were kids, they wanted to spend hours and hours at your house. But now that they’ve grown up into teenagers it can be a little harder to connect. While teens can be a little harder to converse with, often preferring their peers to […]
Are you a pet lover? Then you probably already know that pets make great companions. However, you might be surprised to find out pets can provide a multitude of health benefits as well. This is especially true for older adults. Pets can improve their health and well being—helping them live healthier, longer and happier lives. […]
While you might not think about the latest tech trends converging with senior must-haves, the truth is often technology can immensely help seniors age in place. With gadgets, seniors can have more independence for longer, while at the same time keeping loved ones connected and comforted. Not only does technology help us stay connected with […]
Stay hydrated — stay healthy. Staying hydrated is essential to good health. More than sixty percent of the human body is comprised of water. Fluids flush bacteria from your bladder and carry nutrients to your cells. The bottom line, we need to drink water to stay healthy. It sounds so simple, but not so, especially […]
Maintain your brain as you age Everyone’s brain changes as they age. Since our cognitive functions peak at age 30, it’s important to do all we can to keep our brains fit as we age. Like our bodies, there are things we can do to combat changes cognitive decline. Research suggests that good nutrition combined […]
